Whats the best preventative approach?
If youre directly exposed to sunlight, ensuring proper coverage is vital. Recent studies show that its better to apply an SPF15 more frequently (every 30 minutes) than it is to use a higher SPF less frequently. Its also important to keep in mind that a higher SPF doesnt necessarily mean better coverage. You see, a products SPF is calculated based on how much sunscreen it contains. An SPF15 blocks over 90% of the suns damaging rays. An SPF45 contains as much as three times the number of sunscreen agents, yet only blocks a few percent more rays. Also, wearing a wide-brimmed hat when you anticipate long-term exposure is a great way to prevent damage not only to the face, but the neck and ears as well. And we say bring those big, eighties glasses right back into fashion larger sunglasses shield the delicate eye area, helping to reduce damage and slow the formation of crows feet! Find a form that meets your needs. Not only have sunscreen formulas improved dramatically over the past years, b
